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Kalshi Bans George Santos for Market Manipulation

Kalshi has issued a lifetime ban to former U.S. Representative George Santos for manipulating a prediction market related to his attendance at the State of the Union, resulting in a profit of nearly $18,000. This action marks the platform's first permanent ban, reflecting its commitment to maintaining market integrity.

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